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This is a Permanent Full Time appointment.
About us
Mental Health Commission: The Mental Health Commission’s (Commission) vision is for a Western Australian community that experiences optimal mental health and minimal alcohol and other drug-related harms. The Commission is working towards a modern, effective mental health and alcohol and other drug system that places the individual and their recovery at the centre of its focus.
The Commission strives to be an effective leader of alcohol, drug and mental health commissioning, providing and partnering in the delivery of person-centred and evidence-based:
- prevention, promotion and early intervention programs;
- treatment, services and supports; and
- research, policy, and system improvements
If you would like to work for an organisation that offers great working conditions and is making a difference in the community, then consider a career with the Commission.
About you
We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Assistant Director Intergovernmental Relations and Governance.
About the role
The Assistant Director, Intergovernmental Relations and Governance is responsible for providing strategic support to the Director and senior staff across the Commission principally in relation to development and maintenance of state, national and sector governance arrangements throughout the mental health and alcohol and other drugs systems. The position influences and negotiates effectively with leaders and decision makers across the mental health and health sectors, including State and Commonwealth government agencies, and non-government organisations, in order to achieve strategic policy priorities of the Mental Health Commission.
Subject to your position, work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, Commission employees may access a range of benefits including:
- Study leave/assistance
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Extensive employee wellness program
- Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times
- Leadership and professional development programs
- A competitive, award-based salary
Further information about the position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
About your application
You will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position, as outlined in the JDF.
You will also need to show us how your skills and experience match your ability to work in a way that reflects our values - Honesty, Engagement, Accountability, Respect and Togetherness.
A current (within 12 months) National Criminal History Check will be required prior to commencement of employment.
For further information about this position contact Kelly Kennington on (08) 6553 05***.
Submitting Your Application
- a maximum 4 page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position.
- a maximum 5 page statement addressing the work related requirements of this role.
Late applications will not be accepted. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. The Commission values the uniqueness of individuals who may vary in many different ways, including ethnicity, culture, national origin, social class, gender, age, religious belief, sexual identity, intersex status and mental and/or physical ability, and people from these diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Further Opportunities
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within 12 months of applicants being notified of the recruitment decision.
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